Future Programs - Hydrogen Research & Test Engineer - Stoke Space : Job Details

At Stoke, we believe that a thriving space economy leads to a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we are building our fully and rapidly reusable vehicle, Nova. It is designed to fly daily and solve the core challenges of space transportation – it reduces cost, increases availability, and enhances reliability. By radically lowering the cost and increasing the cadence of launch, we're able to create a truly scalable space industry.

Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered with ownership of their work. If you want to work with some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, come join us.

Description

Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. As a Hydrogen Research & Test Engineer, you will be responsible for collaborating with other engineers and technicians to design and build systems that evaluate hydrogen loss recovery efforts as part of our rocket engine test operations. You will work with hardware and software, mechanical systems, and electrical systems. You will also support testing of rocket components, engines, and full stage vehicles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Responsibilities

• Designing and building fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications
• Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications
• Managing project schedules
• Writing test procedures
• Performing hazard analysis
• Performing test data analysis
• Safely operate high pressure and cryogenic systems
• As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar
• Related experience from internships or college organizations
• Experience safely working with cryogenic and gaseous Hydrogen
• Experience with integrating and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems
• Experience with high pressure or hazardous environments
• Willing to work outdoors for long periods of time
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Passion for building something with high quality, willing to attend work with a positive and humble attitude, and willing to take ownership of large and small tasks to help the team be successful

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing fluid systems from scratch
• Experience creating P&IDs
• Experience writing and operating test procedures

Benefits

• Equity – We are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks' Paid Time Off
• Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
• Dog friendly offices!

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 1 Range: $91,000 - $114,900
• Level 2 Range: $104,500 - $141,400
• Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400

Equal Opportunity

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.

Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and backgroundchecks, and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.

Separate from this I-9 process, this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.